Certificate Programme in Research Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning for Development
(RMEL4DEV)

The RMEL4DEV programme offers a rigorous and practice-oriented learning experience designed to address the growing need for effective monitoring, evaluation, and learning systems in the development sector. This six-month intensive course enables professionals to build technical expertise, engage with real-world development challenges, and strengthen their ability to design, measure, and improve social impact.

Programme Objectives

• To build a cadre of professionals equipped with robust skills in monitoring, evaluation, and learning for development programmes
• To strengthen the capacity of organisations and institutions to assess impact and improve programme effectiveness
• To foster evidence-based decision-making and adaptive learning within the development ecosystem
• To create a platform for interdisciplinary dialogue and innovation in social impact measurement

Programme Highlights

• Learn from experienced practitioners, academicians, and sector leaders in monitoring, evaluation, and development
• Build strong analytical and practical skills in designing and implementing RMEL systems
• Engage with a diverse cohort of professionals from government, non-profits, and development organisations
• Gain hands-on experience through real-world projects and field-based learning
• Develop expertise in data-driven decision-making and adaptive programme management
• A comprehensive six-month hybrid programme designed to enhance career pathways in the development sector

Programme Structure and Courses

The RMEL4DEV programme is structured over six months and includes foundational, technical, and applied learning components. The curriculum blends theory with practice to equip participants with relevant and current tools and methodologies.

Courses include:

- Foundations & Theory of Change
- Social Research Methods
- Quantitative Methods I : Design & Sampling
- Quantitative Methods II: Experiments & Measurement
- Qualitative & Mixed Methods
- Setting up MEL systems
- R & PowerBI Labs
- nVIVO/Taguette Labs
- Capstone Project / Field-based Evaluation Study

Faculty from MIDS, along with distinguished visiting experts from academia, government, and the development sector, will deliver the courses.

Programme Delivery

- Six-month hybrid programme - 8-10 hours per week through a dedicated LMS
- Combination of lectures, case studies and workshops
- Hands-on training through assignments, simulations, and real-world datasets
- Capstone projects in collaboration with development organisations

Intake: 35 participants

Pedagogy and Assessment

The programme follows a highly interactive and applied teaching approach, including:
- Lectures and practitioner-led sessions
- Case studies and group discussions
- Hands on & experiential learning
- Project-based learning and presentations

Evaluation:
- Continuous assessment through assignments and participation
- Case analyses, presentations, and short reports
- Final capstone project evaluated by external experts

Duration of the Course: Six months (July 2026 to January, 2027)

Eligibility:

Candidates with a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in any discipline from a recognised institution are eligible to apply. Professionals from government, non-profits, research organisations, and the private sector are encouraged to apply.

Course Coordinator:

Prajwal Nagesh

Contact us For Further Information: Phone: +91-44-24412589 / 24411574 / 24420204 / 24419771 | Email: rmel4dev@mids.ac.in

Join RMEL4DEV to build the skills needed to measure what matters, learn what works, and drive meaningful impact in development.